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Celebrating Duluth’s Native Son The Duluth Dylan Fest’s mission is to celebrate the spirit of artistic freedom, intellectual honesty, and integrity of Bob Dylan. The festival is coordinated by volunteers committed to providing creative activities that tap the talents of artists, poets, and musicians in Duluth, the surrounding region, and beyond. Join us May 17th – 24th for this annual celebration! For a complete list of the week’s events, please visit duluthdylanfest.com!
Climb onboard for one of Duluth’s favorite summer traditions, $10 Tuesdays are back at the Vista Fleet! Enjoy live-narrated sightseeing cruises through the Duluth-Superior Harbor for just $10 per ticket, all day long, every Tuesday through Labor Day. Reserve your tickets in advance as tours DO sell out. Take in stunning views of Lake Superior, the Aerial Lift Bridge, and the working waterfront from the comfort of the Vista Fleet. Concessions and a full bar are available onboard, so grab a drink, kick back, and enjoy a midweek escape on the water. Book your tickets online, no promo code needed!
Arena Football One at AMSOIL Arena Feel the Roar. Live the Legacy. The Minnesota Monsters are more than a football team, they’re a movement built on passion, power, and community pride. Based in Duluth and representing the Twin Ports, the Monsters deliver high-impact football and unforgettable entertainment every summer. From the first kickoff to the final whistle, their mission is simple: Bring fans together through elite competition, live entertainment, and nonstop energy. Learn more about Arena Football One. Tickets Tickets on sale now! Group sales: https://mnmonsters.com/contact/
Beware the Ides of March… of April! The annual series of freshly made tribute bands will host its final night (and first all-ages night!) here at Bent Paddle! $10 cover goes directly to the artists (cash only). Schedule: 6:00 pm – Doors 7:00 pm – Moling Dreams does Iron Butterfly 8:00 pm – Ephemera does Evanescence 9:00 pm – Seeth her? I hardly know her… does Seether
We’re excited to bring The Man Who Saves the World?, directed by Gabe Polsky, to Z Cinema for its Duluth premiere week, April 10–16, 2026. An exclusive pre-recorded Q&A featuring director Gabe Polsky and film subject Patrick McCollum, moderated by Steve James, immediately following the film. Different showtimes are available, see themanwhosavestheworld.com for tickets and trailer! Backed by voices in conservation and entertainment — including Jane Goodall, Chief Phil Lang Jr., Peter Farrelly, Danny McBride, David Gordon Green, and Jody Hill — this acclaimed documentary blends humor, heart, and urgency. The Hollywood Reporter recently named it one of the Top 6 documentaries of the year, and it currently holds a 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. The film follows Patrick McCollum, an unlikely peace advocate drawn into an Indigenous prophecy that may determine the fate of the Amazon — and our planet. It’s a wild, funny, and deeply moving journey you…
Join The Last Revel & Between Howls at Bent Paddle Brewing Co. on Friday, June 19, for a special night of rich harmonies, heartfelt songwriting, and modern Americana. Tickets on sale now! 6:00PM Doors / 7:00PM Music Headlining the evening is The Last Revel, the Minneapolis four-piece known for lush four-part vocal harmonies and dynamic arrangements featuring acoustic guitar, upright bass, fiddle, and 5-string banjo. Their modern Americana sound feels both timeless and fresh — built for listening rooms and lively taprooms alike. Opening the night is Duluth’s own Between Howls. Husband-and-wife duo Ren Howl (violin) and Nick Howl (guitar) bring soaring vocal harmonies, thoughtful lyrics, and virtuosic instrumental work that’s been captivating audiences across the U.S. since 2018. Mark your calendar, grab your tickets, and plan for an unforgettable evening of live music.